INGLEWOOD, Calif. — BTS is bringing its ARIRANG world tour to SoFi Stadium for four sold-out shows this week, and the excitement is already palpable. Dozens of fans, many in the group’s signature purple, lined up outside the Inglewood stadium Monday for a shot at exclusive merchandise before the first concert.
This marks the first full tour for the K-pop superstars since 2022. Members took a hiatus to complete mandatory military service in South Korea, and the group has been touring since April. Now they’re closing a major leg in Southern California.
BTS will perform Tuesday, Sept. 1; Wednesday, Sept. 2; Saturday, Sept. 5; and Sunday, Sept. 6. Gates open at 6 p.m. each night, with concerts starting at 8 p.m. Parking lots swing open at 8 a.m. for those who want to tailgate or simply secure a good spot.
All four shows are officially sold out through Ticketmaster. But fans without a golden ticket still have options: resale platforms like SeatGeek, StubHub and Vivid Seats are expected to have last-minute listings.
Merchandise hunters got an early start Monday, but there’s more to come. Four exterior merchandise locations will operate from 10 a.m. until an hour after the final encore. They’re at Lake Park Trailer next to Lot N, Lot K, Palm Grove near Lot A, and on the Greens across from YouTube Theater.
One catch: any pre-purchased merch must be carried in an approved clear bag or checked at the bag valet. SoFi Stadium enforces a strict clear-bag policy, and no re-entry will be allowed once you’re inside.
Parking is another consideration. SoFi recommends buying parking passes in advance because on-site prices rise on event days. Overnight parking is prohibited. For those who’d rather not drive, INGLEWOOD PARK & GO remote lots, rideshares and taxis are all viable options.
As for bags, the rules are simple: clear bags, backpacks and fanny packs are allowed if they measure no more than 12 by 6 by 12 inches. No tint, holograms, printed patterns or stickers. Contents must be visible. Multiple clear bags are fine, including Ziplocks that meet size specs. Small clutches up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches are also permitted.
